Naveen Patnaik, also the president of Biju Janata Dal (BJD), commenced his electoral campaign in his bastion of Hinjili Assembly constituency in Ganjam district. · In his impassioned speech, Patnaik lambasted the opposition parties, alleging that their stance against the state government’s developmental projects was purely driven by political motives. · He urged the people of Odisha…
Renowned political strategist Prashant Kishor offers a comprehensive assessment of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) electoral prospects. · Kishor predicts a significant surge in the BJP’s vote share in the upcoming elections across several states, notably highlighting Odisha as a focal point of this electoral upswing. · Kishor dissects BJP’s ambitious goal of securing 400 Lok Sabha…
In the run-up to the highly anticipated Assembly polls in Odisha, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) finds itself grappling with unexpected setbacks as two of its seasoned leaders, Hindol MLA Simarani Nayak and former MLA Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi, have tendered their resignations from the party, raising questions about the party’s internal dynamics and electoral strategies….
Each year, the Maa Mangala temple in Kakatpur becomes the epicenter of fervent devotion as thousands of devotees gather to partake in the ancient tradition of Jhamu Yatra and witness the awe-inspiring Rajrajeswari Besha of the goddess. This sacred event, held on the fifth Tuesday of the Chaitra month, attracts pilgrims from far and wide,…
As Odisha gears up for a crucial electoral battle, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to escalate its campaign with a high-profile visit from Home Minister Amit Shah on April 25. Shah’s itinerary includes a pivotal public rally in Sonepur, where he will rally support for the party’s candidates contesting in both the Lok…
Odisha continues to swelter under scorching temperatures as the mercury soared to 32°C and above in 14 locations across the state by 8:30 AM. Bhadrak emerged as the hottest spot, recording a blistering 35.6°C. The relentless heatwave persists, with 11 places experiencing temperatures surpassing 35°C before noon, with Balasore leading at a scorching 40.4°C closely…
In a bid to uphold the integrity of the electoral process, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha has taken decisive action following allegations of electoral code violations against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Sambalpur MLA Jaynarayan Mishra, and Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi. These allegations have emerged just ahead of the concurrent Lok Sabha and…
In a significant development within India’s educational landscape, Professor Sukumar Mishra, hailing from Odisha, has assumed the esteemed position of Director at the Indian Institute of Technology, Dhanbad (IIT-Dhanbad). This appointment marks a pivotal moment not only for IIT-Dhanbad but also for the broader academic community, as Mishra brings with him a wealth of experience,…
Odia film industry luminary Varsha Priyadarshini secured the nomination as the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) candidate for the forthcoming Odisha Assembly elections. · The announcement of Varsha’s candidacy comes as a significant departure as it sidelines the incumbent MLA Amar Prasad Satpathy, who had represented the Barchana Assembly Constituency for three consecutive terms. · The BJD’s latest…
Boat carrying over 57 capsizes, two killed, 48 rescued, search operation underway. · According to the police, the incident happened when over 50 passengers hailing from the Kharsia area in neighbouring Chhattisgarh were returning in the boat after visiting a temple. · The search and rescue operation will continue till the last person is located,” Northern Range…
